Shops & Studios Safety Program

Standard operating procedures are re-evaluated on a regular basis. Safety requirements for specific equipment may change without notice. Please refer to Studio Technician (or designate) for the most current and up-to-date policies and procedures

Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)

The university now has studio-specific SOPs for almost every type of equipment it has. Each SOP contains information on (a) personal protective equipment requirements, (b) pre-use visual inspection checklist, (c) safe operating procedures, (d) lockout/tagout procedures and (e) maintenance checklist.

Please note that the SOPs are a resource only. It is imperative that students receive a live demonstration or training from their studio technician or faculty before they operate any equipment on campus.

Chemical matrix

Each studio now has a chemical matrix that provides a safety summary for each chemical used, including (a) key composition of the chemical, (b) hazardous properties, (c) storage instructions, (d) recommended personal protective equipment, (e) requirement for use in a spray booth and (f) proper disposal recommendations.

Lockout/Tagout

Each machine will have a lockout/tagout procedure that can be applied when performing any maintenance or servicing highlighting the lockout points and type of lock required.

Studios and Studios

Ceramics Studio

To view the studio specific safety program materials, please click on the following: